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What Clothes to Take on Holiday?
If you’re reading this and you’re British or Irish, you have, at some point, been on holiday and looked like a first class, top tier, world-leading, undisputed melon. Unfortunately that’s just a fact. Don’t argue — those three-quarter length trackies from Corfu ‘07 were absolutely criminal. Either you bought clothes especially for your holiday — clothes that your complexion and general demeanour wasn’t sufficiently prepared for — or you plodded on with your usual fits designed with British/Irish greyness at their core, and the locals all stared at you, and they pointed, and they chuckled with each other, and they muttered to each other with tired distaste, ‘tourists…’ in a language of which you’d learned precisely three phrases, none of which were, ‘I’m sorry I’ve dressed this way — please don’t alert interpol.’ More’s the pity.
But don’t you worry, weary traveller, for Percival has the answers. Course he does. And it’s so very simple…
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What Shirts Should Men Wear for Summer Holidays?
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again—you wear whatever the hell you want to wear. Perci does make the best summer holiday shirts so we’d advise you to use this guide, but looking class isn’t for everyone so we respect your choices.
Short Sleeve Holiday Shirts
You might think you’re not sure what seersucker is, but you’re actually very familiar with this summer saviour fabric. The bumpy one that keeps you cool and is inexplicably comfortable to wear. Can’t go wrong with a short sleeve Cuban Seersucker Shirt for your holiday.
Long Sleeve Shirts That Keep You Cool
Just because you’re wearing a long-sleeved shirt, that doesn’t mean you have to suffer in the heat. A Long Sleeve Cuban Linen Shirt will keep you plenty cool whilst you’re sipping cold lagers from cold glasses and pretending to read purely for the aesthetics.
A Classy Knitted Polo
Knitted Polos go with just about everything, they’re massively in style, they look effortlessly smart, and they’ll let your skin breathe. It is impossible to regret purchasing a knitted polo.
Crochet Shirts
Some men are intimidated by a Crochet Shirt, but we reckon you’re better than that. Wear a crochet with confidence and nobody is matching your (forgive us for using this word) aura. Wear it with fear in your heart and people will sense your fear. You up to it?
Boxy Shirts
Want to look stylish and still have full freedom of movement in your upper body? You want a Boxy Shirt. That boxiness is going to give you a little extra airflow, too, and that’s where the breeziness lives.
How Many Shirts Do I Need for a Two-Week Holiday?
Depends where you’re going and what you’re planning on doing but, as a general rule, you’re probably going to need around eight or nine shirts. You’re a grown-up and you’re going to be doing a bit of washing whilst you’re there, so don’t overpack — that’s hassle you don’t need. Equally, don’t underpack — you don’t want to spend your entire holiday doing laundry.
The Best Materials for Holiday Shirts
Not leather, not rubber… Basically, if you can imagine it at a BDSM party, avoid it for your summer holiday. But what should you wear?
The Best Holiday T Shirts
If you’re going to opt for a T-shirt, make sure it’s 100% organic, high-quality cotton. Essentially, pick one of these Cotton T-shirts if you don’t want to sweat uncontrollably.
Linen Holiday Shirts
Congratulations—linen is a wonderful choice. It breathes, it’s light, it’s got a lovely natural texture, and it’s smart. Short-sleeved or long-sleeved, just grab yourself a few Linen Shirts and sleep soundly.
The White Linen Shirt
White Linen Shirts are the most timeless holiday item of clothing in the history of the human race. Nobody has ever looked bad in a white linen shirt. If you pack white linen shirts and nothing else, you’ll be absolutely fine. This is your go-to. Trust us on this one.
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Colour Matters: What to Wear in the Heat
Staying cool is the single most important thing. If you’re comfortable, you’ll look better. That’s just science. Probably. What definitely is science when it comes to keeping the heat away, however, is that colour… Doesn’t matter. Yes, you read that right, stick with us.
What Colour Shirt Is Best for Hot Weather?
Light colours tend to look better in the sunshine, but they won’t keep you any cooler—that all depends on airflow. Dark colours do absorb more heat, generally speaking, but the research shows that that heat never reaches your skin. In fact, it’s possible that white clothes may even reflect some of your own body heat back at you, making them ever-so-slightly warmer than dark clothes, but that hasn’t been tested in humans yet and the difference would be negligible. All that is to say that whatever colour goes best with the rest of your fit is the best colour for hot weather, really.
The Case for a Crisp White Holiday Tee
Science aside, a crisp white holiday tee just looks great, doesn’t it? Just a solid, clean look that’s nigh-on impossible to mess up. Whether it be a plain white tee or embellished with a touch of embroidery, a White Tee is a shoo-in.
Earthy, Light, or Loud? Picking a Palette That Pops
It’s best to stick to a colour palette when picking out a holiday fit. Whether that palette is pale earthy tones (greens, browns, creams, ecru etc.) light pastels, or a vibrant, loud colourway, try to link it all together. For a summer holiday, we’re usually drawn toward a light palette but, with a little thought, you can make any palette work for you.
Best Holiday Shirts for Different Destinations
Certain shirts are better suited to some destinations over others. ‘Horses for courses’ and all that. Let’s sort out which men’s holiday shirts are best for which destination.
Beach Holiday Shirts: Easy, Breezy, Bloody Stylish
If you’re wearing a tight-fitting top to the beach you’re either a surfer, a masochist, or a fool. Chuck on something breezy, fun, and downright handsome like this Olive Tapestry Cuban Shirt instead.
City Break Looks: Printed, Layered, Effortlessly Cool
You can mix it up a little more for a city break. Most countries in Europe and, for that matter, the world are equipped with air conditioning, so you’re free to experiment a little more. A Printed T-shirt layered with an Overshirt, perhaps?
Lads Holiday T-Shirts: Graphics vs Actual Style
Listen closely—we’re all adults here: Ditch the juvenile graphics tee and pick up something actually, genuinely stylish for your lads holiday. Maybe don’t even call it a ‘lads holiday’, call it a men’s sabbatical or something like that. Either way, use the Percival Men’s Holiday Shop, and get rid of your outdated graphic tees.
Summer Holiday Outfit Ideas That Start With a Shirt
You can’t just wear a shirt on holiday—you’re not Donald Duck. Or Porkie Pig. Or Winnie the Pooh. Just realised how many bottomless kids cartoons there are. Troubling. Anyway, you need a whole fit, so let’s sort that out, shall we?
Daytime Looks: Shorts, Sandals & Statement Shirts
Daytime is no problem. Make sure to pack a variety of Shorts in different colours and/or fabrics, pair them with a simple pair of sandals, then you can have a little more fun with the shirt. Let the shirt be the focal point.
From Beach to Bar: How to Rewear Without Repeating
Swap your sandals for something a little more formal, and either replace your shirt with a Long Sleeve Linen Shirt, or maybe swap the shorts for a pair or Linen Trousers. A whole new look with only a couple of changes.
Versatile Shirts
All of Percival’s Shirts are versatile and classy enough to work both day and night, but if you’re after a true double act, choose something that buttons up. Just a little tip from Perci to you.
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How to pack shirts for holiday?
Roll them up, baby. You heard. Anyone who’s done any proper travelling will tell you the best way to save space in your suitcase and keep your clothes from creasing is to give them a little half fold, then roll them into a cylinder shape and stick them in there — little tubes of drip. Actually, that sounds awful. Point stands, though. Get rolling.
How to wash clothes on holiday?
Maybe there’s a launderette where you’re staying — if so, happy days. If not, your best bet is to hand wash your clothes in a basin. You should be able to pick up some gentle detergent from a local shop in just about any part of the world — fill a basin with tepid water and a little detergent, soak your clothes and wash gently by hand, allowing your clothes to dry naturally in the, no doubt, much more pleasant weather. Buon viaggio, ragazzi!